The Ultimate Home Training Gym: Strength and Conditioning for Endurance Athletes

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The Ultimate Home Training Gym: Strength and Conditioning for Endurance Athletes

Endurance athletes know that strength training is an integral part of their training regimen. It not only helps improve overall performance but also reduces the risk of injury. With the convenience of home workouts on the rise, having the right equipment can make a world of difference. In this blog post, we'll explore a comprehensive list of home strength training equipment tailored specifically for endurance athletes. From hex bars to TRX systems, we've got you covered!

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How often should swimmers lift weights?

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How often should swimmers lift weights?

Incorporating resistance training into a swimmer’s program can significantly enhance performance and reduce injury risk. Most swimmers benefit from 2-3 weightlifting sessions weekly, lasting 30-60 minutes, especially in the off and pre-season. These sessions should focus on compound movements like deadlifts, squats, and swim-specific exercises to build strength and power.

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Stable Endurance Training

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Stable Endurance Training

The Bunkie test is a functional endurance test to help identify functional stability, endurance, and control through some of the common fascial lines. It’s a series of 5 exercises, performed bilaterally (both sides). Its a simple test for identifying weak links in your ability to efficiency coordinate multiple muscles linked in a kinetic chain associated with particular movement patterns, and can help you identify weak links and patterns to program more specifically for your needs.

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Animal Flow Bodyweight Conditioning

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Animal Flow Bodyweight Conditioning

Enter Animal Flow, a modality I have been programming for over a decade. Its the perfect blend of total body, ground-based, bodyweight conditioning, blending elements of mobility, stability, endurance, and power.

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Lower Back Care

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Lower Back Care

Does your lower back fatigue or hurt after sitting or training? Extension faults and poor posture may be the culprits. Many people unknowingly use short-term stability strategies that lead to poor joint positioning and back pain. By focusing on core stability and proper movement patterns, you can alleviate discomfort and improve performance. Drawing from Dr. Stuart McGill's research, we share a series of core exercises designed to strengthen your lower back, reduce injury risk, and build an athletic foundation. Read on for tips to eliminate back pain and sign up for a free coaching call for personalized support!

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The Gym in Your Hand

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The Gym in Your Hand

The kettlebell has long been regarded as the gym in your hand. The cast-iron device packs a big punch in a small heavy footprint, suitable for dozen of exercises from mobility to power. In fact, they’re so practical, they’re sold out everywhere these days. See why the majority of my own and client strength and conditioning is done with a kettlebell

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Improve Your Swimming on Land with the Vasa Trainer

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Improve Your Swimming on Land with the Vasa Trainer

With pools and open-water options still limited, now is the perfect time to focus on dryland swim training. The Vasa Trainer has been a key tool in my swim training and that of my clients for years. This swim-specific strength equipment allows swimmers to develop technique, strength, and endurance outside of the water. Perfect for isolating upper body movements and swim drills, it’s ideal for athletes at any level. Ready to level up your swim training at home? Check out my Vasa Trainer workouts and use code “DALY5” for 5% off your own trainer. Read on for more details!

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Home Training Starter Pack

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Home Training Starter Pack

Whether you’re a coach, a client, or workout enthusiast, for many of us, the gyms are closed, and we’re stuck at home. Limited space and equipment access may leave you wondering how you can continue to stay in shape in a challenging and productive way that’s aligned with your goals. Keep reading for my 5 favorite home training products, and ways you can modify the same exercises you typically do in the gym, at home or outside, with a coach, or on your own.

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Cannonball Abs

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Cannonball Abs

Forget endless crunches! In Cannonball Abs, I dive into the truth about abdominal training: it’s core stability, not six-pack aesthetics, that truly matters. While many routines focus on flexing and moving the spine, real strength lies in your core's ability to resist movement and protect the spine under stress. Learn why exercises like planks and deadlifts outshine sit-ups for spinal health and functional fitness. With a smarter approach, you’ll build cannonball-strong abs that protect and perform. Ready to transform your core?

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